Connor Bedard

Awards & Honours

Awards Won

Honours

Records

Connor Bedard's list of accomplishments at just 21 is extraordinary. He became the first player in WHL history granted exceptional status, a testament to his prodigious talent. His 2023 World Junior Championship performance was historic, setting Canadian and tournament records for points. He also became the inaugural winner of the IIHF Male Player of the Year award, an honour that recognizes the best male player in international hockey. In the NHL, his Calder Trophy win solidified his status as a future superstar, and his $75 million contract extension at age 21 is a record for a player of his age.

AwardsConnor Bedard's trophy case is already impressive. He won the Calder Memorial Trophy as the NHL's top rookie in 2024. In junior hockey, he captured the Jim Piggott Memorial Trophy, Bob Clarke Trophy, and Four Broncos Memorial Trophy. He also earned CHL Top Scorer and Player of the Year honours. Internationally, he was named MVP of the 2023 World Junior Championship and won the inaugural IIHF Male Player of the Year award.

Honours & Distinctions

First WHL Exceptional Status

Western Hockey League·2020

First player in WHL history granted exceptional status to play at age 15.

Alternate Captain

Chicago Blackhawks·2024

Named alternate captain of the Chicago Blackhawks.

Inaugural IIHF Male Player of the Year

International Ice Hockey Federation·2023

First-ever winner of the IIHF Male Player of the Year award.

Records & Feats

First WHL Exceptional Status

Historic First·2020

First player in WHL history granted exceptional status to play at age 15.

World Junior Championship Scoring Records

International·2023

Set Canadian and tournament records for points at the 2023 World Junior Championship.